Fire Dance Jewelry offers a number of workshops and classes in metal clay
- from beginners to advanced.
CALL 517-285-5523 to for availability and reservations.
- from beginners to advanced.
CALL 517-285-5523 to for availability and reservations.
Directed Open Studio in Metal Clay
MONDAYS 6-9pm or TUESDAYS 8:30-11:30am
This is an opportunity for students to work on metal clay projects with guidance. This class is for students of all skill levels, including beginners. Learn about metal clay for the first time, or finish up projects lurking in your toolbox. Get advice and assistance tackling new pieces based on those ideas swirling around in your head. Class size will be limited to 4 students. Each student will receive individual attention and instruction at their own pace and skill level. Technical demonstrations will be tailored to participants' interests and needs.
Costs
Materials & Tools
Tools and equipment are available to use during class at no additional cost. A limited number of materials and consumable supplies will also be available for purchase. Students should also bring their favorite hand tools to class. Firing services are also available.
Students should bring their own materials and consumable supplies, or arrange with the instructor to have them available.
If you are interested in an ongoing class, but Mondays are just not good for you, please call or email me. If there is enough interest, I will start another session on an alternate day & time.
MONDAYS 6-9pm or TUESDAYS 8:30-11:30am
This is an opportunity for students to work on metal clay projects with guidance. This class is for students of all skill levels, including beginners. Learn about metal clay for the first time, or finish up projects lurking in your toolbox. Get advice and assistance tackling new pieces based on those ideas swirling around in your head. Class size will be limited to 4 students. Each student will receive individual attention and instruction at their own pace and skill level. Technical demonstrations will be tailored to participants' interests and needs.
Costs
- Each class session is 3 hours long, and students can purchase a package of 6 sessions for $200.
- Drop In Sessions: $45 – please call in advance to ensure there is a seat available.
- Other times and days can be scheduled with the instructor if needed.
Materials & Tools
Tools and equipment are available to use during class at no additional cost. A limited number of materials and consumable supplies will also be available for purchase. Students should also bring their favorite hand tools to class. Firing services are also available.
Students should bring their own materials and consumable supplies, or arrange with the instructor to have them available.
If you are interested in an ongoing class, but Mondays are just not good for you, please call or email me. If there is enough interest, I will start another session on an alternate day & time.
The Basics of Silver Metal Clay Jewelry
Tuesdays 12-5, Thursdays 4-9 OR Saturdays 12-5
Learn the basic techniques for working with Silver Precious Metal Clay (PMC3) to create pendants, earrings and charms. Instructor provides all tools, supplies, and materials kit.
Kit includes: 16g PMC3, SS Ear Wires (1 pair), SS Jump Ring, 2 2mm Cubic Zirconia
Costs - $100 includes 5 hours instruction, materials kit, use of tools and supplies, kiln firing and finishing.
Students should bring magnifiers or reading glasses for detailed work if they need them.
THIS CLASS CAN BE SCHEDULED AT OUR MUTUAL CONVENIENCE.
For parties of 4 or more, ask about bringing the class to your location!
Tuesdays 12-5, Thursdays 4-9 OR Saturdays 12-5
Learn the basic techniques for working with Silver Precious Metal Clay (PMC3) to create pendants, earrings and charms. Instructor provides all tools, supplies, and materials kit.
Kit includes: 16g PMC3, SS Ear Wires (1 pair), SS Jump Ring, 2 2mm Cubic Zirconia
Costs - $100 includes 5 hours instruction, materials kit, use of tools and supplies, kiln firing and finishing.
Students should bring magnifiers or reading glasses for detailed work if they need them.
THIS CLASS CAN BE SCHEDULED AT OUR MUTUAL CONVENIENCE.
For parties of 4 or more, ask about bringing the class to your location!
“FUNK DU MÉTAL”
Fundamentals of Silver Metal Clay
1 Day Workshop
Is it metal? Is it clay? No, its METAL CLAY!
Have some fun while developing fundamental techniques for working with Precious Metal Clay (PMC3): rolling, texturing, cutting, forming and piercing, as well as more advanced topics including fold over bails, coils, and setting Cubic Zirconias. Learn how to and when you can torch fire, as well as how and when you need to kiln fire.
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. Students will leave with finished jewelry items.
Instructor provides all tools, supplies, and materials kit.
Students should bring magnifiers or reading glasses for detailed work if they need them.
Materials kit sold separately: 25g PMC3, SS Ear wires (1 pair), SS Jump Ring, 1 4mm, and 2 2mm Cubic Zirconia
DATES: Now scheduling for 2015
$180 plus $70 kit fee
Studio Flux
1812 Magazine Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
800-875-2113
504-581-2111
info@thomasmann.com
Fundamentals of Silver Metal Clay
1 Day Workshop
Is it metal? Is it clay? No, its METAL CLAY!
Have some fun while developing fundamental techniques for working with Precious Metal Clay (PMC3): rolling, texturing, cutting, forming and piercing, as well as more advanced topics including fold over bails, coils, and setting Cubic Zirconias. Learn how to and when you can torch fire, as well as how and when you need to kiln fire.
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. Students will leave with finished jewelry items.
Instructor provides all tools, supplies, and materials kit.
Students should bring magnifiers or reading glasses for detailed work if they need them.
Materials kit sold separately: 25g PMC3, SS Ear wires (1 pair), SS Jump Ring, 1 4mm, and 2 2mm Cubic Zirconia
DATES: Now scheduling for 2015
$180 plus $70 kit fee
Studio Flux
1812 Magazine Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
800-875-2113
504-581-2111
info@thomasmann.com
Hollow Form Tectonics
Architecting Hollow Forms and Beads in Silver Metal Clay
2 Day Workshop
Tectonics is the science or art of assembling, shaping or ornamenting materials in construction.
This two-day workshop focuses on perfecting dry construction skills in PMC3 to create a variety of hollow forms or beads: lentils, modified lentils, pillows, tube, draped, box, free form and multifaceted. You will learn how to form, cut and re-assemble metal clay pieces to create a variety of hollow forms.
Instructor provides all tools, supplies, and materials kit. Items will be kiln fired on site, and finished in class. Additional PMC3 may be purchased from the instructor.
Students are encouraged to bring their own metal clay tools, as well as magnifiers or reading glasses for detailed work.
Prerequisite: All students must have prior experience in metal clay before taking this workshop.
Materials kit sold separately: 50g PMC3
Architecting Hollow Forms and Beads in Silver Metal Clay
2 Day Workshop
Tectonics is the science or art of assembling, shaping or ornamenting materials in construction.
This two-day workshop focuses on perfecting dry construction skills in PMC3 to create a variety of hollow forms or beads: lentils, modified lentils, pillows, tube, draped, box, free form and multifaceted. You will learn how to form, cut and re-assemble metal clay pieces to create a variety of hollow forms.
Instructor provides all tools, supplies, and materials kit. Items will be kiln fired on site, and finished in class. Additional PMC3 may be purchased from the instructor.
Students are encouraged to bring their own metal clay tools, as well as magnifiers or reading glasses for detailed work.
Prerequisite: All students must have prior experience in metal clay before taking this workshop.
Materials kit sold separately: 50g PMC3
Resplendent Finger Halos
Rings in Sterling Metal Clay
2 Day Workshop
PMC Sterling is the perfect material for sculptural metal clay rings to create shining halos around all of your fingers!
This two-day workshop focuses on correctly sizing and creating several ring styles including washer, wrap, and solitaire. Wet and dry construction techniques are explored.
Instructor provides all tools, supplies, and materials kit. Items will be kiln fired on site, and finished in class. Additional Sterling PMC may be purchased from the instructor.
Students are encouraged to bring their own metal clay tools, as well as magnifiers or reading glasses for detailed work.
Prerequisite: All students must have prior experience in metal clay before taking this workshop.
Materials kit sold separately: 50g Sterling PMC, 2 Ring Sizing Pellets, 1 6mm CZ, Finishing Kit
Rings in Sterling Metal Clay
2 Day Workshop
PMC Sterling is the perfect material for sculptural metal clay rings to create shining halos around all of your fingers!
This two-day workshop focuses on correctly sizing and creating several ring styles including washer, wrap, and solitaire. Wet and dry construction techniques are explored.
Instructor provides all tools, supplies, and materials kit. Items will be kiln fired on site, and finished in class. Additional Sterling PMC may be purchased from the instructor.
Students are encouraged to bring their own metal clay tools, as well as magnifiers or reading glasses for detailed work.
Prerequisite: All students must have prior experience in metal clay before taking this workshop.
Materials kit sold separately: 50g Sterling PMC, 2 Ring Sizing Pellets, 1 6mm CZ, Finishing Kit
Tessellated Ornamentation
Micro Mosaic Pendants in Steel, Copper and Bronze
2 Day Workshop
Create stunning mixed metal, mixed texture pendants in bronze, copper & steel metal clays, relatively new additions to the metal clay line up.
Learn to use bronze, copper and steel metal clays from Hadar Jacobson. These clays come in a powdered form and are mixed as needed. We will cover construction methods for our creations, as well best practices for firing and finishing.
Instructor provides most tools, supplies, and materials kit (see exceptions below). Items will be kiln fired on site, and finished in class. Additional metal clay may be purchased from the instructor.
Students are encouraged to bring their own metal clay tools, as well as magnifiers or reading glasses for detailed work.
Prerequisite: All students must have prior experience in metal clay before taking this workshop.
Materials kit sold separately: 50g Hadar’s Clay™ Champagne Bronze, 50g Hadar’s Clay™ Friendly Copper, 50g Hadar’s Clay™ Low Shrinkage Steel XT, Finishing Kit
Each student should bring the following items for mixing their clay (these items should be dedicated to clay – not reused for food):
DATES: Now scheduling for 2015
$360 plus $85 kit fee
Studio Flux
1812 Magazine Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
800-875-2113
504-581-2111
info@thomasmann.com
Micro Mosaic Pendants in Steel, Copper and Bronze
2 Day Workshop
Create stunning mixed metal, mixed texture pendants in bronze, copper & steel metal clays, relatively new additions to the metal clay line up.
Learn to use bronze, copper and steel metal clays from Hadar Jacobson. These clays come in a powdered form and are mixed as needed. We will cover construction methods for our creations, as well best practices for firing and finishing.
Instructor provides most tools, supplies, and materials kit (see exceptions below). Items will be kiln fired on site, and finished in class. Additional metal clay may be purchased from the instructor.
Students are encouraged to bring their own metal clay tools, as well as magnifiers or reading glasses for detailed work.
Prerequisite: All students must have prior experience in metal clay before taking this workshop.
Materials kit sold separately: 50g Hadar’s Clay™ Champagne Bronze, 50g Hadar’s Clay™ Friendly Copper, 50g Hadar’s Clay™ Low Shrinkage Steel XT, Finishing Kit
Each student should bring the following items for mixing their clay (these items should be dedicated to clay – not reused for food):
- A small hard plastic, glass or metal bowl or cup
- Pallet knife or metal spoon or knife
- A small plastic container for storage
- Small spray bottle with distilled water
DATES: Now scheduling for 2015
$360 plus $85 kit fee
Studio Flux
1812 Magazine Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
800-875-2113
504-581-2111
info@thomasmann.com
Rock & Roll
Bronze & Copper Rocks and Links
2 Day Workshop
Create rocking “rock” beads and a bracelet of hand “rolled” links with a custom toggle in bronze & copper metal clays, relatively new additions to the metal clay line up.
Learn to use bronze and copper metal clays from Hadar Jacobson. These clays come in a powdered form and are mixed as needed. We will cover construction methods for our creations, as well best practices for firing and finishing.
Instructor provides most tools, supplies, and materials kit (see exceptions below). Items will be kiln fired on site, and finished in class. Additional bronze and copper may be purchased from the instructor.
Students are encouraged to bring their own metal clay tools, as well as magnifiers or reading glasses for detailed work.
Prerequisite: All students must have prior experience in metal clay before taking this workshop.
Materials kit sold separately: 50g Hadar’s Clay™ Quick Fire Bronze, 50g Hadar’s Clay™ Quick Fire Copper, 1 Bronze and 1 Copper Eyelet, Finishing Kit
Each student should bring the following items for mixing their clay (these items should be dedicated to clay – not reused for food):
Bronze & Copper Rocks and Links
2 Day Workshop
Create rocking “rock” beads and a bracelet of hand “rolled” links with a custom toggle in bronze & copper metal clays, relatively new additions to the metal clay line up.
Learn to use bronze and copper metal clays from Hadar Jacobson. These clays come in a powdered form and are mixed as needed. We will cover construction methods for our creations, as well best practices for firing and finishing.
Instructor provides most tools, supplies, and materials kit (see exceptions below). Items will be kiln fired on site, and finished in class. Additional bronze and copper may be purchased from the instructor.
Students are encouraged to bring their own metal clay tools, as well as magnifiers or reading glasses for detailed work.
Prerequisite: All students must have prior experience in metal clay before taking this workshop.
Materials kit sold separately: 50g Hadar’s Clay™ Quick Fire Bronze, 50g Hadar’s Clay™ Quick Fire Copper, 1 Bronze and 1 Copper Eyelet, Finishing Kit
Each student should bring the following items for mixing their clay (these items should be dedicated to clay – not reused for food):
- A small hard plastic, glass or metal bowl or cup
- Pallet knife or metal spoon or knife
- A small plastic container for storage
- Small spray bottle with distilled water
